1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 282 kg more than 1962 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Ford Zephyr (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | Fit |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
